Find Treatment Centers in California
3,031 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 7,385 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick answer: California has 3,031 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 30.4/100k (#28 nationally, below the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in California
3,029 facilities found
Pacific Clinics Hollygrove
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats adults, adolescents, children 10+ throughout California who seek help for mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia,...
Rancho Cucamonga VA Clinic
CA
In Rancho Cucamonga, California, this outpatient center offers veterans a place to feel understood and supported while facing mental health challenges—whether i...
Space Coast Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Space Coast Recovery in Cocoa, Florida helps adults struggling with alcohol and substance use concerns. They offer residential (level III) and outpatient (level...
Synergy Behavioral Health Center Resources for Resilience and Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
A private center offering comprehensive outpatient care for addiction, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma-informed approach.
Unity Recovery-Weatherford
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Located in the welcoming community of Weatherford, Unity Recovery is a nonprofit Recovery Community Organization (RCO) devoted to empowering individuals in over...
University of Iowa Health Care - Addiction and Recovery Collaborative
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Integrative outpatient care with case management, therapy, and comprehensive services for all ages, mental health, and addiction.
Cielomar Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Cielomar Recovery offers an immersive virtual treatment program for eating disorders, utilizing a combination of videoconferencing and an engaging online enviro...
BAART Programs Southeast
Los Angeles, CA
BAART Programs Southeast, one of the 6 clinics within the Los Angeles Area, provides outpatient medication-assisted treatment for individuals struggling with op...
Kaiser Permanente San Jose Addiction Medicine and Recovery Services
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Kaiser Permanente San Jose Addiction Medicine and Recovery Services offers confidential, evidence-based outpatient care for adolescents and adults facing substa...
New Directions Cleveland
La Mirada, CA
Located in Northeast Ohio, New Directions is a nonprofit that offers outpatient and gender-specific residential treatment for adolescents, young adults, and fam...
New Foundations Recovery
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
Provides provides certified peer recovery coaching, sober transportation, and companionship services to individuals navigating substance use recovery. Serving C...
Pacific Clinics Hye-Wrap
Lynwood, CA
Pacific Clinics treats adults, adolescents, children 10+ throughout California who seek help for mental health disorders, as well as eating disorders, insomnia,...
Addiction Treatment in California: What You Need to Know
California has 3,031 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 38,965,000. That's approximately 7.8 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 30.4 per 100,000 is below the national average of 33.1 — ranking #28 nationally. With 7,385 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in California
California has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in California
California reports 7,385 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 30.4/100k (below the 33.1 national average by 8%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 8.2% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). California has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in California, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in California
Treatment facilities in California are concentrated in urban areas, with Los Angeles leading with 126 centers, followed by San Diego (82) and San Francisco (64). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full California directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
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